Manager - Internal Audit at SIAO

Job Description

• As a Manager in the Internal Audit team, you will play a leadership role in delivering assurance and advisory engagements that help clients improve their risk management, governance, Internal Audit, Sarbanes Oxley, IT General Controls, Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR), and Control Self-Assessment (“CSA”) Implementation reviews and other risk advisory services.
• You will oversee multiple projects concurrently, manage client relationships, lead teams, and ensure high-quality outputs that meet regulatory standards
• Other Responsibilities:
• Lead engagements on governance, risk management and SOX controls advisory projects, as well as internal audits, internal controls and IT general controls reviews for our clients in various industries (including, but not limited to, Financial Services, Consumer & Industrial Products, Engineering and Construction, Environmental Engineering Management, Government & Public Sector, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Pharmaceuticals, Real Estate & Hospitality, Retail & Distribution, Transportation & Logistics Solutions, etc.);
• Plan, execute, and report on internal audit projects, including risk assessments, control evaluations, and process improvements.
• Utilize IT and data analytics tools to support internal audit projects, including data extraction, analysis, and visualization.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to internal controls, financial reporting, and operational processes.
• Evaluate internal controls' design and operating effectiveness over financial reporting, including identifying control gaps and recommending improvements.
• Prepare and review high-quality audit reports, management letters, and risk assessments. Deliver presentations and walkthroughs to client stakeholders and management committees.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify control gaps and facilitate the implementation of corrective actions.
• Mentor and develop internal audit staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Stay abreast of industry regulations and standards to ensure compliance and best practices are integrated into our audit processes.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for client engagement and build long-term relationships by understanding client challenges and delivering value-added insights.
• Contribute to business development efforts, including proposal writing and client pursuits. Participate in internal initiatives (e.g, methodology updates, training programs).
• Drive sales initiatives to achieve revenue targets by identifying potential clients, generating leads, and converting prospects into clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline with a minimum of Second Class upper/Upper credit.
• ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA or equivalent professional certification is required.
• Strong technical knowledge of internal controls, risk management, and audit frameworks.
• Preferably at least 5-7 years of relevant experience in internal audit services in a Big 4 or mid-tier professional services firm or internal audit function of a multi-national or publicly-listed firm, with 3 years in a managerial position
• Possess good working knowledge of IIA standards and updated understanding of the global internal controls, risk management and governance standards (e.g. COSO IC Framework 2017, ISO 31000, FRC Code of Corporate Governance etc).
• Considerable knowledge of accounting principles, practices, procedures, and generally accepted auditing standards.
• Practical experience of using data analytics to augment internal audit or other review findings would be advantageous.
• Results-oriented with strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience leading internal audit projects and teams.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven experience in business development, sales, or a related role.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to understand and analyze financial data and market trends.
• Advanced computer literacy skills - MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and IA tools